Drew Brees has his eye on ESPN’s biggest NFL booth. The NFL on FOX analyst wants the Monday Night Football chair if Troy Aikman leaves.
What We Know: Brees joined FOX last season after the network parted ways with Mark Sanchez following his arrest in Indianapolis last year. Following his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame this summer, the legendary New Orleans Saints quarterback was named a full time analyst for FOX Sports. He now calls games alongside Adam Amin and Kristina Pink. Before that, he spent one season at NBC, working mostly in studio while calling Notre Dame games. Aikman is likely departing ESPN following reported tensions with the network and his play by play partner Joe Buck following the Super Bowl LXI call in February.
What They Said: Drew Brees (via Front Office Sports): “Of course. At the end of the day, I aspire to be the best at what I pursue. I love broadcasting and I love my team. I love being able to broadcast games every week.”
What Remains Unclear: Aikman has not formally announced his exit. Meanwhile, Brees’ FOX deal reportedly runs at least through the 2026 season. Additionally, The Athletic reports Peyton Manning is also among one of ESPN’s top choices. Brees has publicly stated previously his desires to call the best games in interviews with both television and radio stations.
What It Means: Brees has never hidden his ambitions. Previously, he told Dan Patrick he would instantly be a top-three game analyst. Whether or not his hall of fame resume can exceed his lack of experience in media is yet to be seen. However, if Greg Olsen from FOX Sports shifts his duties to ESPN in place of Aikman, that also could provide opportunity for Brees to move up the FOX Sports ladder.
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